The Romanian Government, in conjunction with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, presents a series of scholarships for international students (non-EU citizens). These scholarships are open to applicants who want to study for Bachelor, Master’s and PhD programmes in Romania.
The study program includes all Courses except Medicine, Dental Medicine, and Pharmacy.
In order to promote Romanian culture, arts, and language, applicants interested in the Bachelor’s and Master’s programs are required to learn Romanian, as only Romanian taught Courses are available.
Thus, a preliminary year is compulsory for all applicants in order to learn the Romanian language before applying for subjects of choice.
Applicants at the Doctorate level can enroll for study programs in English language or any foreign language as laid down by the institution of choice.
The Romanian Government Scholarship is fully funded, it also covers accommodation and monthly stipends.
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Benefits of the Romanian Government Scholarship
- Fully funded tuition fees
- Accommodation and living stipends
- Monthly allowance of £65 for preliminary and undergraduate students, £75 for Master’s students and £85 for PhD students.
- Application fee or aptitude test fee waiver
- Discounts on local transportation fares
Who Can Apply?
The Romanian Government Scholarship is open to all international students, with the exception of:
- Applicants who are from Romania or of Romanian descent
- Applicants who have requested or received asylum in Romania
- Members or Relatives to any diplomatic offices associated with Romania
- Members or Relatives of any international bodies located in Romania
- Applicants who have once benefited from the Romanian Government Scholarship.
In order to be Eligible, Applicants must;
- Have submitted an up-to-date document
- Present documents issued by accredited educational institutions of their home country
- Meet up with the application deadline
- Adhere strictly to the method of document submission.
- Have a record of good educational results
Level Of Study For The Romanian Government Scholarship
Applicants can select any of the available study cycles in any accredited Universities in Romania.
- The Bachelor’s degree program is open to those that have completed their senior Secondary School education or an Advanced level Studies. A complete bachelor’s degree program runs for 3 to 6 years depending on your course, this program ends with a bachelor’s examination.
- The Master’s degree Program is open to undergraduate students, the duration of study ranges between 1 year, 1¹/² year, or 2 years, and concludes with the dissertation examination.
- PhD programs are for master’s graduates and it is for a duration of 3 to 5 years, depending on your area of study and concludes with your thesis presentation.
Methods Of File Submission
Applicants can access the website at https://studyinromania.gov.ro/, by clicking on the Apply for MFA scholarships tab; or via https://scholarships.studyinromania.gov.ro/scholarship-home.
These websites can be accessed either in English language or French.
NB: Applications that are submitted directly to the offices of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or Ministry of Education or to the email addresses of both departments named above, or to the Romanian diplomatic missions will be rejected.
IMPORTANT DATES
- ENROLLMENT PERIOD: 29TH JANUARY 2025
- APPLICATION DEADLINE: 12TH MARCH 2025
- RESULT OF SCHOLARSHIP SELECTION: 30th June 2025
Required Documents
After creating an account on the official website, Applicants are advised to fill in the necessary data on the website and upload the following documents;
- Copies of educational certificates (bachelor’s, master’s or PhD degree) where necessary
- Transcripts
- Birth certificate
- Copies of the first 3 pages of your international passport
- Curriculum vitae in French or English Language
- Affidavit of change of name (if applicable)
- Certificate of completion of the preliminary year for Romanian language (for Bachelor and Master’s degree applicants)
NB: These documents must be clearly scanned in the original form, and uploaded in a pdf format.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Romanian Government Scholarships
- Who can apply for this scholarship?
International Students (non European Union citizens).
- How do I Apply for this scholarship?
Create an account on the official website, fill in necessary information, and upload the required documents.
- When is the deadline for this scholarship?
The official deadline for the Romanian Government Scholarship is on the 12th of March 2025.
- What Courses can I apply for?
You can apply for all courses offered by any Romanian University of your choice, excluding medicine, dental medicine, and pharmacy.
- If I am chosen for the Scholarship, what should I do next?
After receiving an email validating your successful selection, it is important to reply to the email to confirm that you have accepted the scholarship. After accepting the scholarship offer, you can then go ahead to apply for a visa, check the website below for more information http://eviza.mae.ro/ .
- Is it important to learn the Romanian language?
Yes, especially for those applying for Bachelor’s and Master’s degree Programs.
- I don’t have an international passport yet, can I still apply?
Yes, you can apply with a valid residence permit. If you are selected, it is mandatory to have an international passport when applying for your visa.
- Can I apply again this year, even if I was not selected last year?
Yes, applications are opened yearly.
- Is there any age limit for applicants?
No.
- Can my family come with me to Romania, while I study?
Check the website below, for more information regarding your question.
- Can I defer the scholarship after I am selected?
No, the scholarship cannot be deferred for another academic year.
- I’m in my final year as a secondary school/ bachelor/ master student, can I still apply?
Yes, but you will need an attestation letter, transcript and certificate to prove that you are in your final year of studies in authorized languages of English, French, Spanish or Romanian.
- How do I know that I have successfully submitted my application?
You will receive an email and a confirmation message on the website on successful submission.
For more detailed information on the Romanian Government Scholarship, visit the official website;
